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  • Page 1 SERVER ES1400 U s e r ' s G u i d e...
  • Page 3 SERVER ES1400 U s e r ' s G u i d e...
  • Page 4 The information disclosed in this document, including all designs and related materials, is the valuable property of NEC Computer Systems Division (hereinafter "NEC CSD") and/or its licensors. NEC CSD and/or its licensors, as appropriate, reserve all patent, copyright and other proprietary rights to this document, including all design, manufacturing, reproduction, use, and sales rights thereto, except to the extent said rights are expressly granted to others.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Using This Guide ............... vii Text Conventions..................viii Related Documents ..................ix Safety Notices ....................x Safety Notices for Users Outside of the U.S.A. and Canada ....xi Care and Handling ..................xii System Overview..............1-1 Overview......................1-2 System Chassis ...................1-4 Power Supply....................1-5 Peripheral Bays ...................1-5 System Board Features................1-6...
  • Page 6 BIOS Setup Configuration Settings ............. 3-4 Main Menu ..................3-5 Primary/Secondary IDE Master and Slave Submenu...3-6 Keyboard Submenu .............3-7 Processor Settings Submenu ..........3-7 Advanced Menu .................. 3-8 PCI Configuration Submenus ..........3-8 PCI Device, Slot 1 - Slot 4 Submenus ........3-9 Integrated Peripheral Configuration Submenu....3-10 Advanced Chipset Control ..........3-11 Security Menu ..................
  • Page 7 Removing DIMMs ................4-18 Option Boards ...................4-19 Installation Considerations ...............4-19 Controller/Adapter Hardware Configurations ........4-20 Installing an Option Board ..............4-20 Removing an Option Board..............4-23 Hard Disk Drives ..................4-24 Installing an Internal Hard Disk Drive..........4-26 Removing an Internal Hard Disk Drive ..........4-28 Front Panel....................4-29 Removing the Front Panel ..............4-29 Installing the Front Panel ..............4-30 Removing EMI Shields and Filler Panels ............4-31...
  • Page 8 Standard Configuration ................A-3 RAID Configuration..................A-8 System Setup Utility............B-1 System Setup Utility (SSU)................B-2 Creating SSU Diskettes................B-3 Running the SSU ..................B-4 Customizing the SSU ................B-5 Launching a Task ................B-6 Resource Configuration Add-in (RCA) Window ........B-7 Defining an ISA Card ................

  • Page 9: Using This Guide

    Using This Guide This User’s Guide provides a quick reference to information about your system. Its goal is to familiarize you with your system and the tasks necessary for system configuring and upgrading. This guide contains the following information: Chapter 1, “System Overview” provides an overview of your system and describes your system’s major system components.

  • Page 10: Text Conventions

    Text Conventions This guide uses the following text conventions. Warnings, cautions, and notes have the following meanings: WARNING Warnings alert you to situations that could result in serious personal injury or loss of life. ! CAUTION Cautions indicate situations that can damage the system hardware or software. Note: Notes give important information about the material being described.

  • Page 11: Related Documents

    Related Documents In addition to this guide, the following system documentation is included with your server either as electronic files on E or as paper copy XPRESS UILDER shipped with your server. System Release Notes Release Notes provide you with the latest information about your system. This information was not available at the time your user’s guide was developed.

  • Page 12: Safety Notices

    Safety Notices Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock which could cause personal injury, follow all safety notices. The symbols shown are used in your documentation and on your equipment to indicate safety hazards. Warning: Lithium batteries can be dangerous. Improper handling of lithium batteries may result in an explosion.

  • Page 13: Safety Notices For Users Outside Of The U.s.a. And Canada

    Safety Notices for Users Outside of the U.S.A. and Canada PELV (Protected Extra-Low Voltage) Integrity: To ensure the extra-low voltage integrity of the equipment, connect only equipment with mains- protected electrically-compatible circuits to the external ports. Remote Earths: To prevent electrical shock, connect all local (individual office) computers and computer support equipment to the same electrical circuit of the building wiring.

  • Page 14: Care And Handling

    Care and Handling Use the following guidelines to properly handle and care for your system. Protect the system from extremely low or high temperatures. Let the system warm (or cool) to room temperature before using it. Keep the system away from magnetic forces. Keep the system dry.

  • Page 15: System Overview

    System Overview Overview System Chassis Power Supply Peripheral Bays Diskette Drive System Board Features System Security...

  • Page 16: Overview

    Overview This server is a modular, multiprocessing server based on the Intel Pentium® II chip set. The combination of compute performance, memory capacity, and integrated I/O provides a high performance environment for many server market applications. These range from large corporations supporting remote offices to small companies looking to obtain basic connectivity capability such as file and print services, e- mail, web access, web site server, etc.
  • Page 17 As application requirements increase, you can expand your server with additional memory, add-in boards and peripheral devices: tape devices and hard disk drives. Your server features the following major components: Single high-performance Pentium II processor packaged in a Single Edge Connector (SEC) cartridge 32 MB to 768 MB of memory, using up to three DIMMs Four PCI expansion slots for add-in boards (one slot shared with an ISA slot).

  • Page 18: System Chassis

    System Chassis The system chassis is an easy-to-expand, fabricated metal structure. The major system components are shown in this illustration. Removable Media Bays (3) 1.44 MB 3.5" diskette drive System Board Speaker Power supply Disk Drive Bays (4) Fan (behind disk drive bays) System Chassis 1-4 System Overview...

  • Page 19: Power Supply

    Power Supply The 260 watt power supply is switch-selectable for 115 or 230 Vac at an operating frequency of 50/60 Hz. It is designed to comply with existing emissions standards and provides sufficient power for a fully loaded system configuration. The power supply voltage selection switch is factory set to 115Vac for systems used in the United States;...

  • Page 20: System Board Features

    System Board Features The system board offers a “flat” design with the processor and memory subsystems residing on the board. This figure shows the major components on the system board. The following subsections describe the system board major components. B C D E Processor connector Reserved DIMM slot 3...

  • Page 21: Pentium Ii Processor

    Pentium II Processor The system board includes a Pentium II processor packaged in a Single Edge Contact (S.E.C.) cartridge. The cartridge includes the processor core with an integrated 16 KB primary (L1) cache; the secondary (L2) cache; a thermal plate; and a back cover. The processor implements the ™...

  • Page 22: Real-Time Clock/Calendar

    The system board has four full-length PCI connectors. One of the connectors shares a chassis expansion slot with an ISA connector. PCI features: Bus speed up to 33 MHz 32-bit memory addressing 5 V signaling environment Burst transfers of up to 133 Mbps 8-, 16-, or 32-bit data transfers Plug and Play ready Parity enabled.

  • Page 23: Network Controller

    The SCSI controller provides support for optional SCSI devices including internally mounted tape and/or up to four internally mounted hard disk drives. No logic, termination, or resistor loads are required to connect devices to the SCSI controller other than termination at the end of the cable.

  • Page 24: Video Controller

    Video Controller The system has a high-performance SVGA subsystem that supports the following: BIOS compatibility with VGA, EGA, CGA, Hercules Graphics, and 2 MB of Video Random Access Memory (VRAM) video buffer 16-bit bus for high-speed display memory access Hardware accelerated bit block transfers (BITBLT) Display power management system Supports 72Hz refresh, non-interlaced at: 640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, or 1280x1024 resolutions...

  • Page 25: System Board Management Controller (Bmc)

    System Board Management Controller (BMC) Server management is concentrated in the System Board Management Controller (BMC). The BMC and associated circuitry are powered from a 5Vdc standby voltage, which remains active when system power is switched off. The BMC supports the Emergency Management Port (EMP) Console which allows remote server management via a modem or direct connection to a manager system.

  • Page 26: Software Locks Via The System Setup Utility

    Software Locks via the System Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility and the System Setup Utility (SSU) provide a number of security features to prevent unauthorized or accidental access to the system. Once the security measures are enabled, access to the system is allowed only after the user enters the correct password(s).

  • Page 27: Setting Up Your System

    Setting Up Your System Selecting a Site Unpacking the System Getting Familiar with the System Making Connections Setting the Line Voltage Connecting the Power Cord Powering On Your System...

  • Page 28: Selecting A Site

    Selecting a Site The system operates reliably in a typical office environment. Choose a site that is: Near grounded, three-pronged power outlets. Note: For the United States and Canada, this means a NEMA 5- 15R outlets for 100-120 VAC or NEMA 6-15R outlets for 200-240 VAC.

  • Page 29: Unpacking The System

    Unpacking the System WARNING Your system weighs approximately 38 pounds (17.2 kg). If your system contains numerous optional boards and peripheral devices, it will weigh more. To avoid personal injury, make sure you have someone help you lift or move the system.

  • Page 30: Front View

    Front View This figure shows the location of the front system controls and indicators. POWER DISK POWER Load/eject button, CD-ROM reader Press to load CD and eject CD. Activity light, CD-ROM reader When lit, CD-ROM reader is in use. Activity light, 3 ½-inch diskette drive When lit, diskette is in use.

  • Page 31: Rear View

    Rear View This figure shows the location of the following rear system controls and indicators. 115V AC input power connector Supplies AC power to the power supply. Line voltage selector switch Selects AC input power of 115 VAC or 230 VAC. Keyboard PS/2-compatible 6-pin mini-DIN connector.

  • Page 32: Making Connections

    LAN Status Lights Color Meaning When On Meaning When Blinking Meaning When Off Orange 100 Mbps network None 10 Mbps network connection connection Green Linked to network, no Linked to network, Not linked to network network traffic sending or receiving data Making Connections If your system normally operates without a video display or keyboard (for example, as a network server), you must install a video display and...
  • Page 33 115V Keyboard Mouse Serial Port 1 (COMM1) Printer Serial Port 2 (COMM2) Video Display (VGA) PCI slots Combo PCI/ISA slot ISA slot Making Connections Setting Up the System 2-7...

  • Page 34: Setting The Line Voltage

    Setting the Line Voltage The system contains a 260 watt power supply that is switch-selectable for 115 or 230 VAC at an operating frequency of 50/60Hz. The power supply voltage selection switch is factory set to 115Vac for systems used in the United States; it is set to 230Vac for systems used in Europe.
  • Page 35 115V 115V 115V 230V Voltage selector switch set to 115 VAC Voltage selector switch set to 230 VAC Setting the Line Voltage Setting Up the System 2-9...

  • Page 36: Connecting The Power Cord

    Connecting the Power Cord Plug the female end of the AC power cord into the input receptacle on the rear of the power supply cage. Plug the male end of the power cord into NEMA 5-15R outlet for 100-120 VAC or NEMA 6-15R outlet for 200-240 VAC.

  • Page 37: Powering On Your System

    Powering On Your System Power on your system as follows. 1. Make sure all external devices, such as a video display, keyboard, and mouse (optional) have been connected, and the power cords are connected. 2. Power on the video display and any other external devices. 3.
  • Page 38 2-12 Setting Up the System...

  • Page 39: Configuring Your System

    Configuring Your System Configuring Your System BIOS Setup Utility Symbios Configuration Utility Optional RAID Controller Configuring System Board Jumpers...

  • Page 40: Configuring Your System

    Configuring Your System This Configuration and setup utilities are used to change your system configuration. You can configure your system, as well as option boards you may add to your system, using the BIOS Setup Utility. Several unique system parameters are configured using the BIOS Setup, which is stored in the system FLASH memory.

  • Page 41: Bios Setup Utility

    BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is used to change system configuration parameters. This utility has some unique parameters and many parameters that are also configurable with the SSU. The utility is resident in the system FLASH memory and does not require a diskette or an operating system present to run.

  • Page 42: Bios Setup Configuration Settings

    Function in Setup Menu F1 or Alt-H Get Help about an item. Exit the current menu and return to the previous menu. Left or right arrow Move between menus. keys Up or down arrow Move cursor up and down. The cursor moves only keys to the settings that you can change.

  • Page 43: Main Menu

    Main Menu Feature Choices Description Your Setting System Time HH:MM:SS Sets the system time. System Date MM/DD/YYYY Sets the system date. Legacy Diskette A: Disabled Selects the diskette type. The1.25 MB 360KB diskette requires a 3-mode diskette drive. 1.2 MB 720KB 1.44/1.25 MB 2.88 MB...

  • Page 44: Primary/Secondary Ide Master And Slave Submenu

    Primary/Secondary IDE Master and Slave Submenu Feature Choices Description Your Setting Auto Type Auto allows the system to attempt auto- detection of the drive type. None None informs the system to ignore this drive. CD-ROM CD ROM allows the manual entry of some fields described below.

  • Page 45: Keyboard Submenu

    Keyboard Submenu Feature Choices Description Your Setting NumLock Selects power-on state for Num Lock. Disabled Key Click Enables or disables key click. Enabled Keyboard 30/sec Selects the number of times per second a auto-repeat 26.7/sec key will repeat while it is held down. rate 21.8/sec 18.5/sec...

  • Page 46: Advanced Menu

    Advanced Menu Feature Choices Description Your Setting Other Install OS Select the operating system installed in Win95 your system. WinNT 5.0 Reset Select Yes if you want to clear the system Configuration configuration data during next boot. Data System automatically resets to No in next boot.

  • Page 47: Pci Device, Slot 1 - Slot 4 Submenus

    PCI Device, Slot 1 - Slot 4 Submenus This submenu should only be changed by qualified technical personnel. ! CAUTION Leave PCI Device Submenu at factory-default settings. This submenu should only be changed by a technically qualified person. PCI Device, Slot 1 - Slot 4 Submenu Feature Choices Description...

  • Page 48: Integrated Peripheral Configuration Submenu

    Integrated Peripheral Configuration Submenu Feature Choices Description Your Setting COM 1: Disabled Auto forces BIOS to configure the port. Enabled OS Controlled forces OS to configure the (Serial Port A) Auto port. If this COM port is used for Console OS Controlled Redirection make sure I/O and IRQ are identical to the values in the server Setup...

  • Page 49: Advanced Chipset Control

    Advanced Chipset Control Feature Choices Description Your Setting Enabled 640 – 768K Memory Enabled forwards ISA Master and DMA Region Disabled cycles to the PCI bus. Disabled forwards these cycles to memory. Delayed Transaction Disabled Enable the delayed transaction mechanism when PIIX4 is target of a PCI Enabled transaction.

  • Page 50: Security Menu (Continued)

    Security menu (Continued) Feature Choices Description Your Setting Press ENTER Set Administrator When the <Enter> key is pressed, the Password user is prompted for a password; press ESC key to abort. Once set, this can be disabled by setting it to a null string, or by clearing password jumper on system board (see Configuring System Board Jumpers).

  • Page 51: Server Menu

    Server Menu Feature Choices Description Your Setting Press ENTER System Management Refer to “System Management Submenu.” Console Redirection Press ENTER Refer to “Console Redirection Submenu.” Processor Retest Select Yes to have BIOS clear all processor status and retest the processor(s) on bootup. Disabled PERR# Reporting If selected, system will detect and report...

  • Page 52: System Management Submenu

    System Management Submenu Feature Choices Description Your Setting Press ENTER Sever Management Info Refer to “System Management Info Submenu.” System Event Logging Disabled When enabled, system events will be Enabled logged by BIOS and BMC. Clear Event Log Yes clears the system event log (SEL) in BMC.

  • Page 53: Server Management Information Submenu

    Server Management Information Submenu Items on this menu can not be modified by the user. If items require changes, consult your system administrator. Server Management Information Submenu Feature Choices Description Your Setting Board Part Number Information field only Board Serial Number Information field only System Part Number Information field only...

  • Page 54: Boot Menu

    Boot Menu Feature Choices Description Your Setting Boot Device Priority Press ENTER. Refer to “Boot Device Priority Submenu.” Press ENTER. Hard Drive Refer to “Hard Drive Submenu.” Removable Devices Press ENTER. Refer to “Removeable Devices Submenu.” Boot Device Priority Submenu Use the up or down arrow keys to select a device, then press the <+>...

  • Page 55: Hard Drive Submenu

    Hard Drive Submenu For options on this menu, use the up or down arrow keys to select a device, then press the <+> or <-> keys to move the device higher or lower in the boot priority list. Hard Drive Submenu Option Description 1.

  • Page 56: Exit Menu

    Exit Menu You can make the following selections on the Exit Menu. Select an option using the up or down arrow keys, then press <Enter> to execute the option. Pressing <Esc> does not exit this menu. You must select one of the items from the menu or menu bar to exit. Exit Menu Choices Description...

  • Page 57: Symbios Configuration Utility

    Symbios Configuration Utility The Symbios Configuration Utility detects the SCSI host adapter located on the system board. Use the utility to: Change adapter and SCSI device default values Check and/or change SCSI device settings that may conflict with those of other devices in the server. Perform low-level formatting or verify operations on SCSI disk drives.

  • Page 58: Changing The Adapter And Device Configurations

    Changing the Adapter and Device Configurations The SCSI Configuration Utility Main Menu lists the onboard SCSI adapter and shows its current settings. The adapter controls the operation of the SCSI devices in your system (hard disk drives or removable media devices). 1.
  • Page 59 SCSI Hard Disk Drives Your Configuration Description Recommended Setting or Display Only Press ENTER for menu. Select Device Selections device and press ENTER . Sync Rate Width (bits) Disconnect Read/Write I/O timeout (secs) Scan for device at boot time Scan for SCSI LUNS Queue Tags SCSI Removable Media Devices Description...

  • Page 60: Optional Raid Controller

    Factory Installed Controller One of the options available for your system is the dual channel Mylex AcceleRAID 250 (NEC SecuRAID 210) Controller board, which gives your system the added security of fault tolerance. If you order a system with the RAID controller, the system is pre- configured at the factory.

  • Page 61: Add-On Controller

    Add-on Controller If you are adding the RAID controller to an existing system, the AcceleRAID™ 250 BIOS Configuration Utility allows you to configure disk arrays and logical drives in your system. Since the utility resides in the AcceleRAID™ 250 BIOS on the RAID controller, its operation is independent of the operating system in your server.

  • Page 62: Configuring System Board Jumpers

    Configuring System Board Jumpers Before You Begin Only a qualified technical person should perform the procedures in this section. ! CAUTION Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage the system board. Modify the system board only at an ESD workstation. Otherwise, wear an antistatic wrist strap attached to chassis ground.
  • Page 63 System Board Jumper Summary Jumper Block Pins (default in bold) What it does at system reset 9-10, Protect BMC Boot BMC boot block is write protected. Block Write 10-11, Erase BMC boot block is erasable and programmable. Protect 5-6, Normal BMC Forced System boots normally.

  • Page 64: Moving System Board Jumpers

    Moving System Board Jumpers ! CAUTION Before doing the procedures in this section, make sure that your system is powered off and unplug the AC power cord from the back of the chassis. Failure to disconnect power before moving the jumpers can result in personal injury and equipment damage.

  • Page 65: Resetting The Cmos Nvram

    Resetting the CMOS NVRAM To reset the CMOS NVRAM: 1. Power down the your system. Remove the left side panel as described in Chapter 4 of this User’s Guide. 2. Move the CMOS Clear jumper from pins 1-2 to pins 2-3. Refer to “Configuring System Board Jumpers”...

  • Page 66: Recovering The Bios

    Recovering the BIOS This procedure should only be performed by qualified technical personnel. ! CAUTION Leave Recovery Boot jumper at factory-default setting. This jumper should only be moved by a technically qualified person. Boot Block Write Protect This procedure should only be performed by qualified technical personnel.

  • Page 67: Upgrading Your System

    Upgrading Your System Static Precautions Preparing Your System for Upgrade Equipment Log Removing a Side Panel Installing a Side Panel Modifying the System Board Option Boards Hard Disk Drives Front Panel Removing EMI Shields and Filler Panels Removable Media Devices...

  • Page 68: Static Precautions

    WARNING The DC push-button on/off switch on the front panel does not turn off the system AC power. Also, +5vdc is present on the system board whenever the AC power cord is connected between the system and an AC outlet. Before doing the procedures in this manual, make sure that your system is powered off and unplug the AC power cord from the back of the chassis.

  • Page 69: Preparing Your System For Upgrade

    Preparing Your System for Upgrade Depending on the upgrade, you will need one or more of the following tools: Phillips screwdriver (#1 bit and #2 bit) Flat-head screwdriver Small needle nose pliers Pen or pencil ESD workstation or antistatic wrist strap (recommended) Equipment Log Use the equipment log form located at the end of this manual to record the model and serial number of your system, all installed options, and...

  • Page 70: Removing A Side Panel

    Removing a Side Panel To install options in your system, you must remove the side panel on the left side of the system (as viewed from the front). The side panel on the right side of the system (as viewed from the front) only has to be removed when adding removable media devices.

  • Page 71: Installing A Side Panel

    Removing a System Side Panel Installing a Side Panel 1. Before replacing the side panel, make sure no tools or loose parts have been left inside the system chassis. 2. Make sure all option boards are firmly seated in their respective slots and that all interior cables are properly connected.

  • Page 72: Modifying The System Board

    Modifying the System Board The following sections provide procedures for upgrading and configuring the system board in your system. Topics covered include: Replacing the real-time clock battery Replacing the Pentium II processor Installing or removing DIMMs. ! CAUTION Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage add-in boards and other components;...
  • Page 73 Replacing the Real-Time Clock Battery 1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter. 2. Insert the tip of a small flat-bladed screwdriver, or equivalent, under the plastic tab on the San-in plastic retainer (A in figure). 3.

  • Page 74: Replacing The Pentium Ii Processor

    Replacing the Pentium II Processor This subsection provides the procedure for upgrading the Pentium II Processor in your system. The Pentium II processor is packaged as a Single Edge Connector Cartridge (SECC), packaged as a Single Edge Processor Package (SEPP), or packaged as a Single Edge Connector Cartridge Version 2 (SECC2).

  • Page 75: Replacing The Secc Version

    Replacing the SECC Version 1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter. 2. Press the processor latches toward the center of the SEC cartridge to free them from the retention module, Item A in Figure "Removing a Processor" below. 3.
  • Page 76 7. Remove the new processor from its antistatic package and place it on a grounded, static-free surface or conductive foam pad. 8. Position the thermal pad on top of the new processor so that the holes in the thermal pad line up with the holes in the processor. 9.

  • Page 77: Replacing The Sepp Version

    Replacing the SEPP Version 1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter. 2. Pull the processor latches, Item A in Figure "Removing a Processor" below, out away from the edges of the SEPP to free them from the Universal Retention Module (URM).
  • Page 78 7. Remove the new processor from its antistatic package and place it on a grounded, static-free surface or conductive foam pad. 8. Position the heat sink, Item C in Figure "Processor Heat Sink Assembly" above, on the front of the new processor so that the holes in the heat sink line up with the holes in the processor.

  • Page 79: Replacing The Secc2 Version

    Replacing the SECC2 Version Note: The SECC2 processor has an active heat sink that includes a cooling fan. ! CAUTION Observe the safety and ESD precautions while performing these procedures. 1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter.
  • Page 80 Installing a Processor 6. Connect the fan cable to fan connector (B) on the system board. 7. After you have installed a new processor, you must run the BIOS Setup Utility (F2) to configure its speed. Refer to Chapter 3, “Configuring Your System.”...

  • Page 81: Dimms

    DIMMs The system board contains three DIMM sockets labeled 1 through 3. Each socket can hold a single 72-bit DIMM module with 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, or 256MB of memory. When all three sockets are populated, the system board supports a maximum of 768 MB of memory with 256MB DIMMs.

  • Page 82: Memory Dimm Configurations

    Memory DIMM Configurations This table lists the distribution of DIMMs for specific memory configurations. System Memory Configurations System Capacity Capacity per DIMM slot (MB) Any DIMM Slot Order (MB) Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3 4-16 Upgrading Your System...

  • Page 83: Installing Dimms

    Installing DIMMs 7. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter. ! CAUTION Observe static precautions. Use an antistatic wrist strap. Hold DIMMs only by their edges. 2. Holding the DIMM module only by the edges, remove it from its antistatic package.

  • Page 84: Removing Dimms

    Removing DIMMs ! CAUTION Use extreme care when removing a DIMM. Too much pressure can damage the socket slot. Apply only enough pressure on the plastic ejector levers to release the DIMM 4. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter.

  • Page 85: Option Boards

    Option Boards This section describes how to install and remove ISA and PCI option boards. The system board has two ISA bus expansion slots and four PCI bus expansion slots. One of the ISA connectors shares a chassis expansion slot with a PCI connector. The high-performance PCI local bus allows the adoption of newer networking technology, such as 100 MB/second Ethernet NICs, with a minimum of effort and without concern for I/O bottlenecks.

  • Page 86: Controller/Adapter Hardware Configurations

    I/O addressing and assigned interrupt request number (IRQ). Option Board Hardware Configurations Memory Option Slot Option Board Address Address NEC SecuRAID 110 Set by BIOS Set by BIOS Set by BIOS PCI Slot 2 (see PCI/ISA Mylex AcceleRAID Slot Location illustration...
  • Page 87 5. Set any board jumpers or switches as described in the documentation that comes with the option board. Upgrading Your System 4-21...
  • Page 88 6. Refer to the documentation accompanying the option board for information on whether the board is a PCI or ISA board. Refer to “Option Board Hardware Configurations” table to determine the recommended option board slot assignment and configuration parameters. Note: If you are adding a non-Plug and Play Legacy ISA option board, run the SSU before installing the board.

  • Page 89: Removing An Option Board

    Removing an Option Board Note: Expansion slot covers must be installed on all vacant slots to maintain the electromagnetic emissions characteristics of the system and to assure proper cooling of the system components. 1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter.

  • Page 90: Hard Disk Drives

    Hard Disk Drives Your system supports a variety of optional IDE or SCSI hard disks. Contact your sales representative or dealer for a list of approved devices. The internal hard disk drives are located in the 3.5-inch drive bay. 3.5-Inch Drive Bay Locations If you are adding or removing an IDE hard disk device, consider the following: The system board supports a primary and secondary IDE channel...
  • Page 91 When adding IDE devices, such as hard disk, valid configurations are: Connector Device Secondary CD-ROM (master) HD3 or Tape (slave) Primary HD1 (master) HD2 (slave) If you are adding or removing a SCSI hard disk device, consider the following: The system uses single-ended SCSI host adapters and supports single-ended or low Voltage Drives (LVD) drives.

  • Page 92: Installing An Internal Hard Disk Drive

    Installing an Internal Hard Disk Drive 1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter. ! CAUTION Observe static precautions. Use an antistatic wrist strap. 2. Remove the 3.5-inch hard disk drive from its protective wrapper. Record the drive model and serial number in the equipment log.
  • Page 93 8. Slide the drive into the bay until the screw holes line up. It may be necessary to temporarily loosen the mounting screws on the already installed drives to position the new drive. Secure the drive to the bay with the four supplied screws. 9.

  • Page 94: Removing An Internal Hard Disk Drive

    Removing an Internal Hard Disk Drive 1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter. 2. Disconnect the signal and power cables from the back of the drive. It is necessary to completely remove the cables from all the drives before the drive can be removed.

  • Page 95: Front Panel

    Front Panel The plastic front panel assembly is a one piece assembly. The appropriate removable filler panels are attached to the corresponding EMI shields. If you are installing peripheral devices in the external bays above the 3.5-inch floppy disk drive, you must remove the front cover along with the corresponding filler panel and EMI shield.

  • Page 96: Installing The Front Panel

    Installing the Front Panel 1. Align the front panel tabs with the slots in the front of the chassis. 2. Press the front panel onto the front of the system chassis until the tabs snap into their slots. 3. Install the side panels as described earlier in this chapter. 4.

  • Page 97: Removing Emi Shields And Filler Panels

    Removing EMI Shields and Filler Panels 1. Power off the system and remove the front panel as described earlier in this chapter. 2. Locate the EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) shield and filler panel covering the bay into which you are installing a peripheral device. The filler panel is released by pressing on its sides and removing it from the slots in the EMI shield.

  • Page 98: Removable Media Devices

    Removable Media Devices A variety of IDE and SCSI removable media devices can be installed in peripheral bays A, B, and C. An IDE CD-ROM is always mounted in bay C. A 3.5-inch diskette drive is always mounted in bay D. Other devices should be installed in the first available bay from the top (bay A).

  • Page 99: Installing A 5.25-Inch Device

    Installing a 5.25-Inch Device ! CAUTION CD-ROM devices contain a laser system and are classified as CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTS. To use these devices, thoroughly read the documentation provided by the CD-ROM manufacturer, and keep the documentation for future reference. In case of any trouble with a CD-ROM, please contact your nearest service representative.
  • Page 100 Power Cable 5.25" Drive Installing a Removable Media Device 6. Connect the signal and power cables to the drive as shown in Figure 5-15. All device power cables are labeled and must be installed in specific locations as shown below: Drive Location Power Connector B (Tape)

  • Page 101: Removing A 5.25-Inch Device

    Removing a 5.25-Inch Device 1. Power off the system and remove the side panels as described earlier in this chapter. 2. Remove the front panel as described earlier in this chapter. 3. Disconnect the power cable (A) and ribbon data cable (B) from the device you are removing.

  • Page 103: Problem Solving

    Problem Solving Static Precautions Troubleshooting Checklists Additional Troubleshooting Procedures Specific Problems and Corrective Actions Problems with the Network PCI Installation Tips BIOS User’s Information...

  • Page 104: Static Precautions

    This chapter helps you identify and solve problems that may occur during system installation or while using your system. The first section of this chapter tells you how to reset your system in the event of problems. The next few sections provide troubleshooting checklists and procedural steps that help you isolate specific system problems.

  • Page 105: Troubleshooting Checklists

    Troubleshooting Checklists The following subsections provide troubleshooting checklists for problems that occur at initial system startup, when you run new application software, and after the system hardware and software have been running correctly. Initial System Startup Incorrect installation or configuration usually causes problems that occur at initial system startup.

  • Page 106: Running New Application Software

    If the above items are all correct, but the problem reoccurs, refer to “Additional Troubleshooting Procedures” in this chapter. Running New Application Software Problems that occur when you run new application software are usually related to the software. Faulty equipment is much less likely, especially if other software runs correctly.

  • Page 107: After System Has Been Running Correctly

    After System Has Been Running Correctly Problems that occur after the system hardware and software have been running correctly often indicate equipment failure. However, many situations that are easy to correct can also cause such problems. If you have problems after the system has been running correctly, check the following: If you are running the software from a diskette or CD-ROM, try a new copy of the software.

  • Page 108: Additional Troubleshooting Procedures

    Additional Troubleshooting Procedures This section provides a more detailed approach to diagnostic testing and identification of a problem and locating its source. Use the following troubleshooting procedures to help you identify a problem. These general procedures lead you through the following: Preparing the system for diagnostic testing Monitoring POST while it is running Verifying proper operation of key system LEDs...

  • Page 109: Monitoring Post

    Monitoring POST Each time you turn on the system, the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs automatically and checks the system board, processor board, memory, keyboard, and most installed peripheral devices. During the memory test, POST displays the amount of memory that it is able to access and test.

  • Page 110: Verifying Proper Operation Of Key System Indicators

    Verifying Proper Operation of Key System Indicators As POST determines the system configuration, it tests for the presence of each mass storage device installed in the system. As each device is checked, its activity indicator should turn on briefly. Check for the following: Does the diskette drive activity indicator turn on briefly.

  • Page 111: Specific Problems And Corrective Actions

    Specific Problems and Corrective Actions This section provides possible solutions for the following specific problems: Power LED does not light No beep or incorrect beep pattern No characters appear on screen Characters on the screen appear distorted or incorrect System cooling fan does not rotate Diskette drive activity LED does not light Hard disk drive activity LED does not light CD-ROM drive activity LED does not light...

  • Page 112: Incorrect Or No Beep Code

    Incorrect or No Beep Code Check the following: Is the speaker enabled? Is the speaker cable connected to the system board? If the system operates normally, but there was no beep, the speaker may be defective, contact your service representative for assistance. Record the beep code emitted by POST, and see the “Messages and Beep Codes”...

  • Page 113: Characters Are Distorted Or Incorrect

    Characters are Distorted or Incorrect Check the following: Are the brightness and contrast controls properly adjusted on the video display? Refer to the documentation supplied with your video display. Are the video monitor signal and power cables properly installed? If the problem persists, the video monitor may be faulty or it may be the incorrect type.

  • Page 114: Diskette Drive Activity Led Does Not Light

    Diskette Drive Activity LED Does Not Light Check the following: Are the diskette drive power and signal cables properly installed? Is the diskette drive properly configured? Is the diskette drive activity light always on? If so, the signal cable may be plugged in incorrectly. If you are using the onboard diskette controller, use Setup or the SSU to make sure that Onboard Floppy is set to Enabled.

  • Page 115: Cd-Rom Drive Activity Light Does Not Light

    CD-ROM Drive Activity Light Does Not Light Check the following: Is the power and signal cable to the CD-ROM drive properly installed? Are all relevant switches and jumpers on the drive set correctly? Is the drive properly configured? Is the onboard IDE controller enabled? Note: Front panel hard disk LED indicates IDE and SCSI devices: The hard disk drive activity light on the front panel lights when either an IDE hard disk drive, or a SCSI...

  • Page 116: Enable F2 Prompt By Using Ssu

    Enable F2 Prompt by Using SSU 1. Insert your SSU diskette in the diskette drive. This is the diskette that is created by copying the SSU software from E XPRESS UILDER CD-ROM that comes with the system. 2. Reboot the system by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Del while at the DOS operating system prompt or by pressing the reset switch.

  • Page 117: Enable F2 Prompt By Changing A Jumper And Using Ssu

    Enable F2 Prompt by Changing a Jumper and Using SSU If you do not have an SSU diskette or CD available, you can clear CMOS memory to enable the F2 prompt. This means you must change a jumper on the system board, run the SSU, save your changes, and change the jumper back to the default setting.

  • Page 118: Bootable Cd-Rom Is Not Detected

    Bootable CD-ROM Is Not Detected Check the following: Is the BIOS set to allow the CD-ROM to be the first bootable device? Check your BIOS Setup (F2) configuration. Problems with the Network The server hangs when the drivers are loaded: Change the PCI BIOS interrupt settings.

  • Page 119: Pci Installation Tips

    Try reseating the adapter first; then try a different slot if necessary. The network driver files may be corrupt or deleted. Delete and then reinstall the drivers. Run the diagnostics. PCI Installation Tips Some common PCI tips are listed here. Reserve interrupts (IRQs) and/or memory addresses specifically for ISA adapters.
  • Page 120 BIOS Messages Message Description nnnn Cache SRAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of system cache in kilobytes successfully tested. Diskette drive A error Diskette Drive is present but fails the BIOS POST diskette tests. Check to see that the drive is defined Diskette drive B error with the proper diskette type in Setup and that the diskette drive is correctly attached.
  • Page 121 BIOS Messages (Continued) Message Description Press <F2> to enter SETUP Optional message displayed during POST. Can be turned off in Setup. Previous boot incomplete - Default Previous POST did not successfully complete. POST configuration used loads default values and offers to run Setup. If the failure was caused by incorrect values and they are not corrected, the next boot will likely fail.

  • Page 122: Post Error Codes And Messages

    POST Error Codes and Messages Whenever a recoverable error occurs during POST, BIOS displays a message on the video display screen and causes the speaker to beep as the message appears. The “POST Error Codes and Messages” table is a list of the error codes and messages written at the start of each POST test.
  • Page 123 POST Error Codes and Messages (Continued) Code Error message 0405 Expansion ROM not initialized 0406 Warning: IRQ not configured 0504 Resource Conflict 0505 Expansion ROM not initialized 0506 Warning: IRQ not configured 0601 Device configuration changed 0602 Configuration error - device disabled 8100 Processor failed BIST 8104...
  • Page 124 5-22 Problem Solving...

  • Page 125: System Cabling

    System Cabling Before You Begin Static Precautions Standard Configuration RAID Configuration...

  • Page 126: Before You Begin

    This appendix contains information and procedures on cabling configurations used in your system. The configurations include: Standard Configuration RAID Configuration. Before You Begin WARNING The DC push-button on/off switch on the front panel does not turn off the system AC power. Also, +5vdc is present on the system board whenever the AC power cord is connected between the system and an AC outlet.

  • Page 127: Standard Configuration

    Standard Configuration Your system is cabled using a dual channel on-board IDE Controller and an on-board Symbios Logic SYM53C875 SCSI Controller. The on- board IDE controller supports the internally mounted CD-ROM as its first (master) device and an optional IDE device as its second (slave) device.
  • Page 128 SCSI terminator IDE slave device (HD3 or tape) Optional SCSI tape drive Secondary IDE cable Narrow SCSI to wide SCSI adapter Secondary IDE connector Wide SCSI interface cable IDE master device (HD1) Wide SCSI connector IDE slave device (HD2) Diskette drive Primary IDE cable Diskette interface cable Primary IDE connector...
  • Page 129 Valid IDE configurations are: Connector Device Secondary CD-ROM (master) HD3 or Tape (slave) Primary HD1 (master) HD2 (slave) Referring to the "SCSI Disk System Cable Configuration" Figure, one of the options available for your system is to use the on-board SCSI controller to control wide SCSI hard disk drives in the internal bay.
  • Page 130 SCSI terminator Diskette connector Optional SCSI tape drive IDE master device (CD-ROM) Wide SCSI interface cable IDE slave device (tape) Wide SCSI connector Secondary IDE cable Diskette drive Secondary IDE connector Diskette interface cable System board SCSI Disk System Cable Configuration A-6 System Cabling...
  • Page 131 IDE CABLE (40-pins) WIDE SCSI CABLE (68-pins) Standard System Cable Routing System Cabling A-7...

  • Page 132: Raid Configuration

    RAID Configuration One of the options available for your system is the NEC SecuRAID 110 or 210 (Mylex AcceleRAID 150 or 250) RAID Controller board, which gives your system the added security of fault tolerance. If you order a system with the RAID controller, the system is pre-cabled at the factory (see RAID System Cabling Configuration illustration below).
  • Page 133 SCSI terminator IDE master device (CD-ROM) Optional SCSI tape drive IDE slave device (tape) Wide SCSI interface cable Secondary IDE cable Wide SCSI connector Secondary IDE connector Diskette drive System board Controller Diskette interface cable Mylex AcceleRAID 250 Controller Diskette connector RAID System Cable Configuration System Cabling A-9...
  • Page 134 IDE CABLE (40-pins) WIDE SCSI CABLE (68-pins) RAID System Cable Routing A-10 System Cabling...

  • Page 135: System Setup Utility

    System Setup Utility System Setup Utility (SSU) Creating SSU Diskettes Running the SSU Exiting the SSU...

  • Page 136: System Setup Utility (Ssu

    System Setup Utility (SSU) The System Setup Utility (SSU) is a DOS-based utility that supports extended system configuration operations for onboard resources and add-in boards. It also allows you to view the system event log and to set system boot and security options. Use the SSU when you need to: Add and remove ISA Legacy boards affecting the assignment of resources (ports, memory, IRQs, DMA)

  • Page 137: Creating Ssu Diskettes

    Creating SSU Diskettes SSU may be run directly from the E CD-ROM or XPRESS UILDER from DOS-bootable diskettes. Before you can run the SSU from diskettes, you must copy the SSU from the E XPRESS UILDER ROM to a diskette. If your diskette drive is disabled, or improperly configured, you must use the FLASH-resident BIOS Setup Utility (F2) to enable it so that you can use the SSU.

  • Page 138: Running The Ssu

    Running the SSU 1. Turn on your video monitor and your system. 2. There are two ways to start the SSU: After creating an SSU diskette from the CD: Insert the SSU diskette in drive A, and reboot your server from the diskette.

  • Page 139: Customizing The Ssu

    Customizing the SSU The SSU lets you customize the user interface according to your preferences. The AF sets these preferences and saves them in the AF.INI file so that they take effect the next time you start the SSU. There are three user-customizable settings: Color—this button lets you change the default colors associated with different items on the screen with predefined color combinations.

  • Page 140: Launching A Task

    Launching a Task It is possible to have many tasks open at the same time, although some tasks may require complete control to avoid possible conflicts. The tasks achieve complete control by keeping the task as the center of operation until the user closes the task window. There are three ways to launch a task: In the SSU Main window, double-click on the task name under Available Tasks to display the main window for the...

  • Page 141: Resource Configuration Add-In (Rca) Window

    Resource Configuration Add-in (RCA) Window The RCA provides three major functions: Creates representations of devices that cannot be discovered by the system (ISA cards) Modifies the contents of the system by adding and removing devices Modifies the resources used by devices. You can use the RCA window to define an ISA card or add an ISA card by clicking on the appropriate button.

  • Page 142: Defining An Isa Card

    RCA Window Defining an ISA Card An ISA card usually comes with a vendor-created .CFG file that specifies the resources the card requires to function properly. If the .CFG file is unavailable, you must manually create it or define the card through the SSU. Defining an ISA card consists of specifying the name of the card and the resources it consumes.
  • Page 143 To add an ISA card: 1. Click on Add ISA Card in the RCA window. 2. Specify the directory for the .CFG file. 3. Select the file and click on Ok. To remove an ISA card: 1. Select a valid ISA card in the Devices section of the RCA window.

  • Page 144: Modifying Resources

    Modifying Resources Modifying the resources of a device may be necessary to accommodate certain operating systems, applications, and drivers. It may also be necessary to modify resources to resolve a conflict. To modify the resources associated with a device: 1. Highlight the device in the Devices section of the RCA window. 2.

  • Page 145: Recommended Resource Settings

    Recommended Resource Settings The following table shows the recommended RCA system board settings for a sample system and provides a place for you to record any changes you make to the settings. YOUR SYSTEM GROUP NORMAL SETTING CONFIGURATION System Identification and Version Information SSU Configuration File Version Display Only...

  • Page 146: System Resource Usage

    System Resource Usage Clicking on the Resource Use button in the Configuration window displays the System Resource Usage window. This window shows what resources each device is consuming. This information is useful for choosing resources if a conflict occurs. Devices can be organized according to the resources the user wants to examine using the options in the Resource section of the screen.

  • Page 147: Multiboot Add-In (Mba) Window

    Multiboot Add-in (MBA) Window The MBA lets you set the system boot priority. The boot priority is the order the BIOS uses to boot the operating system from various devices in your system. To set the boot priority of your system: 1.

  • Page 148: System Event Log (Sel) Window

    System Event Log (SEL) Window The SEL displays information on the events stored in the system log area. The information stored includes the name of the event, the date and time the event occurred and data pertinent to the event. Event data may include POST error codes that reflect hardware errors or software conflicts within the system.

  • Page 149: Emergency Management Port

    Emergency Management Port Emergency Management Port How the EMP Works EMP Requirements and Configurations Setting Up the Server for the EMP Main EMP Window Phonebook Management Plug-ins...

  • Page 150: Emergency Management Port

    Emergency Management Port The Emergency Management Port (EMP) allows remote server management via a modem or direct connection. The COM2 port on your server provides an interface to Console Manager software located in a second system. Modem Managed Server Management Console Sensors Event Console...

  • Page 151: How The Emp Works

    How the EMP Works The EMP shares use of the COM 2 port with your system. When the EMP has control of the port, the port operates in command state. When the system has control of it, the port operates in redirect state. When connecting to a server, the EMP checks to determine the current COM 2 port state.
  • Page 152 Console in Redirect State The above figure shows the EMP window in redirect state with the terminal window. The text that appears on the server monitor displays in the redirect window. Availability of the various EMP features is determined by two things: the EMP access mode selected during configuration in the System Management Submenu of the BIOS Server Menu, and if the server's COM 2 port is configured for console redirect in BIOS.

  • Page 153: Emp Requirements And Configurations

    EMP Access Modes (Server not Configured for Console Redirect) Mode Server is powered off During POST After OS boots Disabled Redirect window appears, but Redirect window Redirect window is blank appears, but is blank appears, but is blank Pre-boot EMP commands available EMP commands Redirect window available...

  • Page 154: Setting Up The Server For The Emp

    Setting Up the Server for the EMP To use the EMP, you must configure the server's BIOS with specific settings. These settings take place in two submenus of the BIOS Server menu, the System Management Submenu and the Console Redirect Submenu.

  • Page 155: Console Redirection Submenu

    Console Redirection Submenu These settings in the Console Redirection Submenu of the Server menu must be set exactly as noted to be able to use the EMP. COM Port Address: Select 2F8. This is the COM 2 port that must be used by the EMP.

  • Page 156: Status Bar

    Status Bar The status bar displays at the bottom of the current window. It contains the following status information: SERVER NAME: the name of the server (stored in the Phonebook) connected to. LINE: the type of line connection. This would be either direct or modem.

  • Page 157: Server Control Operations

    Server Control Operations Three server control operations are available from the menu or toolbar of the main EMP window, remote server connection, powering the server on and off, and resetting the server. The server console mode can also be switched between EMP active and BIOS redirect modes through post-power-up and reset options.

  • Page 158: Power On/Off

    Serial Line - must be filled out when the line selection is set to Direct connect (Serial Line). Baud Rate - must be 19200 for EMP to connect properly. COM Port No. - set the COM Port number to which the null modem serial cable is connected.

  • Page 159: Reset

    Reset Selecting Reset from the Action menu generates the Reset dialog so that you can remotely reset the server with post-reset options. Reset Dialog Options available in the dialog are: System Reset - resets the server with the selected post-reset options.

  • Page 160: Phonebook

    Phonebook The EMP provides a support plug-in known as the Phonebook. The Phonebook stores names and numbers of servers in a list that can be updated by adding, modifying or deleting entries. The Phonebook can be opened from the main menu and tool bars, or launched from the Connect dialog by clicking the Config button.

  • Page 161: Management Plug-Ins

    Connect - raises the Connect dialog with the server from the Phonebook's Server dropdown edit box already populating the Connect dialog's Server dropdown edit box. Cancel - exits the dialog without any action taken. Help - displays dialog level help information. Management Plug-ins SEL Viewer The SEL viewer provides access to the System Event Log on the server...

  • Page 162: Sel Viewer Menu Options

    SEL Viewer Menu Options The following menu options are found on the SEL viewer menu bar: File Open - you can view SEL data from a previously saved file if it was stored in binary format. Selecting the Open menu item allows you to specify a filename under which the data is found.

  • Page 163: Sensor Type Codes

    Sensor Type Codes The Sensor Type Code Table provides information regarding: The type of sensor generating the SEL entry The name of the sensor The microcontroller which initiated the SEL entry The warning or error which initiated the SEL entry. Using the Sensor Type Code Table Compare the Sensor Type and Number message shown in the SEL viewer display (above) to the Sensor Type/Number in Verbose column in...
  • Page 164 Sensor Type Codes (continued) Sensor Type and Number in Sensor Name Generator ID Verbose Voltage # 06 5V Standby Voltage # 07 Baseboard SCSI-A Term1 Voltage # 08 Baseboard SCSI-A Term2 Voltage # 09 Baseboard SCSI-A Term3 Voltage # 0A Baseboard –12V Voltage # 0B Baseboard SCSI-B Term1...

  • Page 165: Sdr Viewer

    System Event Logging Format Table Sensor Type and Sensor Type and Event Description Event type Event Description Number in Number in hex in hex verbose System Event #EF 12 EF E7 01 -- -- System Boot Event System Boot Event …...

  • Page 166: Sdr Viewer Menu Options

    SDR Viewer Menu Options The following menu options are found on the SDR viewer menu bar: File Close - closes the SDR viewer. Exit - exits the EMP. View Display all Records - displays all records from the SDR repository. SDR Type - displays the records of a particular SDR type.

  • Page 167: Fru Viewer Menu Options

    FRU Viewer Menu Options The following menu options are found on the FRU viewer menu bar: File Close - closes the FRU viewer. Exit - exits the EMP. View Display all Records - displays all FRU data, which consists of chassis, board, and product information.
  • Page 169 Glossary (Alternating Current) The type of current available in wall outlets. All computers must convert alternating current to direct current to operate. See also DC. address A label, name, or number that identifies a location in computer memory. ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) A standard number assigned to each of the alphanumeric characters and keyboard control code keys to enable the transfer of information between different types of computers and peripherals.
  • Page 170 Derived from BInary digiT, a bit is the smallest unit of information a computer handles. See also byte. (Baseboard Management Controller) Contains all of the server management functions. One major function of the BMC is to monitor system management events and log their occurrence in the System Event Log (SEL).
  • Page 171 configuration The way in which a computer is set up to operate. Some configurable options include CPU speed, serial port designation, and memory allocation. coprocessor See math coprocessor. (Central Processing Unit) See microprocessor. (Cathode-Ray Tube) The type of video display used in monitors for desktop computers.
  • Page 172 (Error Checking and Correction) A method of detecting and correcting errors. EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) A type of memory device that stores password and configuration information. (Enhanced Graphics Adapter) A type of video display system that provides medium-resolution text and graphics on TTL monochrome, color, and enhanced color monitors.
  • Page 173 flash EPROM A type of memory device that is usually used to store system BIOS code. This code can be replaced with updated code from a floppy disk, but is not lost when the computer is powered off. See also EPROM and ROM. floppy disk drive See disk drive.
  • Page 174 (Industry Standard Architecture) An industry standard for computers and circuit cards that transfer 16 bits of data at a time. jumper A small electrical connector used for configuration on some computer hardware. (Kilobyte) 1,024 bytes. See also byte. (Local Area Network) A group of computers linked together within a limited area to exchange information.
  • Page 175 (Megabyte) 1,048,576 bytes. See also byte. math coprocessor An IC that works with the microprocessor to speed up mathematical calculations. memory The circuitry in your computer that stores data and programs. See also EMS, extended memory, RAM, and ROM. microprocessor The integrated circuit that processes data and controls the basic functions of the computer.
  • Page 176 parallel port The connector on the back of your computer that allows the transfer of data between the computer and a parallel device, such as a parallel printer. partition The process of dividing the storage space on a hard disk into separate areas so that the operating system treats them as separate disk drives.
  • Page 177 real-time clock The IC in your computer that maintains the time and date. (Read-Only Memory) A type of memory device that usually is used to store system BIOS code. This code cannot be altered and is not lost when the computer is powered off.
  • Page 178 save To store information on a floppy disk, hard disk, magnetic tape, or some other permanent storage device. SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) An industry standard interface that provides high-speed access to tape drives, hard disk drives, and other peripheral devices. (System Event Log) A record of system management events.
  • Page 179 system board The main circuit board in your computer. It contains most of the connectors and ports. tape drive A type of storage device using magnetic tape. (Transistor-Transistor Logic) A type of integrated circuit used in computers. See also CMOS. (Video Graphics Array) A type of video display system that provides high- resolution text and graphics on analog color monitors.

  • Page 181: Equipment Log

    Equipment Log Use this equipment log form to record pertinent information about your system. You will need some of this information to run the System Setup Utility. Be sure to update the equipment log when you add options. Record the model and serial numbers of the system components, dates of component removal or replacement, and the name of the vendor from whom the component was purchased.
  • Page 182 Serial Number Date Component Manufacturer Name and Model (if available) Installed Server System Board DIMMs Modem Diskette Drive A Tape Drive 1 Tape Drive 2 CD-ROM Drive 1 Hard Disk Drive 1 Hard Disk Drive 2 Hard Disk Drive 3 Hard Disk Drive 4 Optional RAID Controller Network Controller 1...
  • Page 183 Index SEL viewer, C-13 server control operations, C-9 add-in board Emergency Management Port ISA slots, 1-7 Console, C-2 PCI slots, 1-8 EMI shields, 4-31 add-in boards Exit menu, configuring, Setup, 3-18 ISA, B-2 PCI, B-2 administrative password, 1-12 front panel, 4-29 Advanced Menu, configuring in front view, 2-4 Setup, 3-7...
  • Page 184 Integrated Peripheral Configuration feature summary, 1-8 peripheral menu, 3-10 controller, 1-10 security menu contents, 3-11 Server Management Information peripheral bays, 1-5 port menu contents, 3-15 parallel, 1-10 server menu contents, 3-13 serial, 1-10 side panel, 4-4 power cord, 2-10 system power supply, 1-5 front view, 2-4 monitoring power state, 1-11...
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